Kharika

Kharika is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Kharika village is also a gram panchayat.

Kharika has its own place in the vibrant Saran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kharika

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharika is 234541. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841101. Sonepur is nearest town to Kharika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Kharika

Below is a concise population overview of Kharika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,716 4,601 4,115
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,442 784 658
Scheduled Castes (SC) 856 453 403
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,057 3,052 2,005
Illiterate Population 3,659 1,549 2,110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharika village:

  • The total population of Kharika village is around 8,716, including approximately 4,601 males and 4,115 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,442 children aged 0–6 years in Kharika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharika village has 856 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharika village is about 58.02%, with male literacy at 66.33% and female literacy at 48.72%.
  • There are around 1,409 households in Kharika village.

Connectivity of Kharika

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharika. As per the 2011 stats, Kharika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharika

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharika.

Salehpur Naudiha Nawada Kasmar Rasulpur Chausia Chak Daria Sultanpur Sultanpur Mirzapur Bharanpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharika

Where is Kharika located?
Kharika village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharika?
Kharika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kharika?
The pincode of Kharika is 841101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharika is 8,716, with 4,601 males and 4,115 females.
How many households are there in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharika village has a total of 1,409 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharika is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.33%, while the female literacy rate is 48.72%.